Inspecting pitched roofs
Pitched or steep sloped roofs are best inspected when direct access is gained to alltheir surfaces. Use binoculars to inspect roofs that are inaccessible or that cannot be walked on. Lookfor deteriorated or loose flashing, signs of damage to the ... [... more] Old House Web
Roof Trusses Create Bonus Space
DEAR TIM: My house was built using steep pitched roof trusses. There is a huge amount of wasted space up in the attic. I intend to add a room up there. Can I easily modify the trusses to create this space or must I tear off the roof and start ... [... more] Ask The Builder
Gutters and downspouts
The gutters on this low-slope roof are deteriorating largely because of the accumulated detritus. They should be inspected and cleaned periodically. Buildings with pitched roofs can have a variety of drainage systems. With asufficient overhang, ... [... more] Old House Web
Low-pitched roofs
A roof that is nearly level or slightly pitched is called a low-slope roof. No roofshould be dead level flat; it must have at least a slight slope to drain. Problems inlow-slope roofs are common and more difficult to diagnose than pitched roof ... [... more] Old House Web
How to Calculate a Pitched Roof
A "pitch roof" isn't actually what everyone is asking for, from my understanding. It's not exactly a type. It's more of a measurement and angle. The roof pitch slope can tell you how many inches your roof rises for every 12 inches that it runs. [... more] eHow
How to Build a Pitch Roof
So you want to build a pitched roof? Here are some tips for construction. This article is in response to requested building instruction. This will vary greatly depending upon if it is new construction or a remodel. In new construction the roof ... [... more] eHow
Roof Construction Manual: Pitched Roofs The Roof Construction Manual is a comprehensive reference work on the construction of pitched roofs, containing over 1800 plans and 220 photographs. Thirteen fundamental roof types and the relevant materials including thatch, wood, slate, tile, concrete, [... more]
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